ExtremeTerrain 2018 JL Sahara Unlimited Build

[XTJake]

It's finally here!! ​

We went and picked up our 2018 Sahara Unlimited earlier this week and we have to say it's everything we expected and more!

2018 Sahara JLU

• Granite Crystal Metallic
• 3.6L
• 8 Speed Automatic
• Anti-Spin Differential
• Selec-Trac Full Time 4WD System
• Led Lighting Group
• Cold Weather Group
• Trailer Tow and HD Electrical Group
• Electronic Infotainment System Group
• Hard Top
• 18 x 7.5 inch Polished Wheels with Gray Spokes
• Black Leather Interior
• 8.4" Uconnect Display
• Alpine Premium Audio System

Check out our full review video + off-road test drive!!
Click Here - http://terrain.jp/XT2018JLWrangler

What should we do to it first?!


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[Stuweeks]

Change those awful tires!

 

[XTJake]

Change those awful tires!

That's definitely one of the first things that we plan on doing! Highway tires belong in the trash...

-Jake

 

[Rambeaux]

Congrats! Exciting times we livin in!

 

[TTEChris]

I want to see some flat fenders
Curious as to how the aftermarket handles the blinkers & DRL's

 

[XTJake]

I want to see some flat fenders
Curious as to how the aftermarket handles the blinkers & DRL's

You and me both! I feel like aftermarket companies will really be able to create some awesome products that incorporate the blinkers and DRL's.

-Jake

 

[zyt]

Congrats!! Will be waiting for your aftermarket products!!
1. Please confirm the size of these headlights. Is it bigger than 7''? Can you fit in a aftermarket JK's LED headlights?
2. Fuel door- would JK's fit?
3. Side step- I assume with the longer wheelbase, JK's side step would not fit. New designs in the pipeline or adopters?

 

[cbasil]

Congrats! Yes, first things first ditch the awful AT tires and that hideous front bumper. I can't wait to see what yous guys do to it!

 

[Jabs]

Do the JKU 3.6L exhausts fit the JLU?

 

[word302]

Do the JKU 3.6L exhausts fit the JLU?

No. It's a completely different routing.

 

[XTJake]

Congrats!! Will be waiting for your aftermarket products!!
1. Please confirm the size of these headlights. Is it bigger than 7''? Can you fit in a aftermarket JK's LED headlights?
2. Fuel door- would JK's fit?
3. Side step- I assume with the longer wheelbase, JK's side step would not fit. New designs in the pipeline or adopters?

We're very excited to get some parts on this beast as soon as possible!

The headlights are still 7" in diameter. We're unsure whether or not a JK headlight will fit into the headlight bucket. My guess would be that it doesn't since the grille re-design, but we'll have to test it out to confirm.

The fuel door seems to be the same size as the JK, although the mounting points would have to be examined before we can be 100% sure that a JK fuel door will fit. I would like to assume that it would considering it would be easier to keep consistency on Jeeps end of manufacturing.

From a body mount standpoint it looks like a JK side step might fit, although we won't know for sure until we actually try and bolt one up.

In the upcoming weeks we're going to be trying to install a ton of aftermarket JK parts to see what does and doesn't carry over, so make sure to keep an eye out for future videos!

-Jake

 

[XTJake]

Do the JKU 3.6L exhausts fit the JLU?

An axle-back system may fit just from a quick glance at the hanger locations. We'll have to test it out though! I would have to say that a cat-back system won't fit though. They re-designed a good amount of the piping between the rear axle and the motor. They did finally update the exhaust near the front driveshaft though including the "loop". You no longer will need an exhaust spacer when going over a 2.5" lift .

-Jake

 

[zyt]

We're very excited to get some parts on this beast as soon as possible!

The headlights are still 7" in diameter. We're unsure whether or not a JK headlight will fit into the headlight bucket. My guess would be that it doesn't since the grille re-design, but we'll have to test it out to confirm.

The fuel door seems to be the same size as the JK, although the mounting points would have to be examined before we can be 100% sure that a JK fuel door will fit. I would like to assume that it would considering it would be easier to keep consistency on Jeeps end of manufacturing.

From a body mount standpoint it looks like a JK side step might fit, although we won't know for sure until we actually try and bolt one up.

In the upcoming weeks we're going to be trying to install a ton of aftermarket JK parts to see what does and doesn't carry over, so make sure to keep an eye out for future videos!

-Jake

Thank you so much to take the time to check on them. Can't wait for future videos and products.

 

[Carlton_Banks]

Can't wait to see what parts carry over from the JK.

 

[Jabs]

An axle-back system may fit just from a quick glance at the hanger locations. We'll have to test it out though! I would have to say that a cat-back system won't fit though. They re-designed a good amount of the piping between the rear axle and the motor. They did finally update the exhaust near the front driveshaft though including the "loop". You no longer will need an exhaust spacer when going over a 2.5" lift .

-Jake

Thank you for checking on this. A axle back is one of the first things I'll be doing along with rims/tires. I don't like the look of the single exhaust tip and would like a little more rumble.

Excited to see what you guys do with your Jeep as well as the side by side with the JK comparison. I love your videos. They're some of the only ones I'll go through and watch the whole thing. Also like your site so will be ordering most of my products there!

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